Animal Diversity of Pakistan

Distribution and Conservation

Masroor Elahi Babar, Muhammad Ashraf

• Publisher: CRC Press
• Year: 2025
• Topic: Biological Sciences
• eBook ISBN:
  9781040365106
• Subtopic: Ecology
• Index: Biological Sciences

This book presents principles of animal biodiversity, its importance, sustainable utilization, and conservation. The introductory chapter explores the origins and evolution of biodiversity throughout time, shedding light on the remarkable developments that have taken place over the ages. The subsequent chapters of the book reveal the tools and techniques used to assess the status of biodiversity at any given stage. The book meticulously details the indicators and measurement methods employed to gauge the health and vitality of biodiversity. Furthermore, it elucidates the vital role biodiversity plays in serving humanity and underscores the dire consequences that may ensue if we fail to preserve it. It also introduces the nomenclature of species and explores their intricate phylogenetic relationships with both living and non-living entities. The spatial and temporal distribution of animals, unraveling the fascinating patterns and dynamics that govern their presence across the globe, is also discussed in the book. Additionally, the book unveils a repertoire of conservation methods aimed at preserving existing biodiversity and ensuring its sustainable future. Toward the end, the book offers valuable suggestions and highlights untapped avenues for future research, all geared toward safeguarding the current level of biodiversity and ensuring its prosperity in the years to come. This book is a valuable source for students and professionals in the fields of biology, ecology, and conservation biology.

Table of contents

• Cover Page
• Half-Title Page
• Title Page
• Copyright Page
• Contents
• About the Authors
• 1 What Is Biodiversity?
• 2 Biodiversity from Historical Perspectives
• 3 Biodiversity Indicators, Assessment, and Measurement
• 4 Importance of Biodiversity
• 5 Classifications and Phylogeny of Animals
• 6 Patterns of Animal Diversity and Distribution
• 7 Human Activities and Their Effects on Animal Populations
• 8 Climate Change and Biodiversity
• 9 Conservation of Biodiversity
• 10 Conservation Genetics
• 11 Wildlife Conservation Laws and Policies
• 12 Biodiversity Losses and a Way Forward
• Index